South Korea Pet Snacks And Treats Market Size & Outlook

The pet snacks and treats market in South Korea is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 648.4 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 12.3% is expected of South Korea pet snacks and treats market from 2024 to 2030.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$287.3
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$648.4
CAGR, 2024 - 2030
12.3%
Report Coverage
South Korea

South Korea pet snacks and treats market highlights

  • The South Korea pet snacks and treats market generated a revenue of USD 287.3 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 648.4 million by 2030.
  • The South Korea market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.3% from 2024 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, eatables was the largest revenue generating product in 2023.
  • Chewables is the most lucrative product segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Pet snacks and treats market data book summary

Market revenue in 2023USD 287.3 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 648.4 million
Growth rate12.3% (CAGR from 2023 to 2030)
Largest segmentEatables
Fastest growing segmentChewables
Historical data2018 - 2022
Base year2023
Forecast period2024 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationEatables, Chewables
Key market players worldwideMars Group Holdings Corp, Nestle SA, JM Smucker Co, General Mills Inc, Colgate Palmolive, Nestle Purina Petcare, Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc, Wellness Pet Company, VAFO Group


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, South Korea accounted for 0.8% of the global pet snacks and treats market in 2023.
  • Country-wise, U.S. is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • In Asia Pacific, China pet snacks and treats market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • Australia is the fastest growing regional market in Asia Pacific and is projected to reach USD 1,551.6 million by 2030.

Eatables was the largest segment with a revenue share of 66.9% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the South Korea pet snacks and treats market based on eatables, chewables covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2018 to 2030.


The pet snacks and treats market in South Korea is thriving, as a significant portion of the population has been embracing pet ownership. According to a survey conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs in 2022, approximately one out of four Koreans, constituting 25.4% of the respondents aged between 20 and 64, reported raising at least one pet animal in their residences.

The survey further revealed that among pet owners, 75.6% had dogs, highlighting the popularity of canine companionship, while 27.7% raised cats. In addition, 7.3% of respondents mentioned having fish as their chosen pet. This diversity in pet ownership reflects the varied preferences of people in South Korea.

According to Yonhap News Agency, pet owners spent an average of USD 123 per month on their pets, marking a significant uptick of around USD 25 from 2022. This rise in spending underscores the growing emphasis on providing high-quality and enjoyable products, including snacks and treats, for the well-being of pets.

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